Description
This Hot Chocolate Cheesecake brings the cozy comfort of a mug of cocoa into a rich, creamy, and utterly indulgent dessert. Topped with fluffy whipped cream, mini marshmallows, and a drizzle of chocolate sauce, it’s the perfect treat for chilly nights or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 24 ounces cream cheese (3 blocks), softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
- ½ cup hot cocoa mix
- Mini marshmallows, for topping
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Chocolate sauce, for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into the pan. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, sour cream, and heavy cream, then beat until blended. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla, melted chocolate, and hot cocoa mix.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Pour filling over crust and tap pan to release air bubbles.
- Assemble the Dish: Wrap pan in foil and place in a water bath if using.
- Cook to Perfection: Bake 55–65 minutes until center is nearly set. Turn off oven, crack door, and cool inside for 1 hour.
- Finishing Touches: Chill in fridge at least 4 hours or overnight. Top with whipped cream, mini marshmallows, and chocolate drizzle before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice with a warm knife for clean edges and serve cold or slightly warmed.
Notes
- Let all dairy come to room temperature for the smoothest filling.
- Use a water bath to reduce cracks and ensure even baking.
- Chill overnight for best texture and flavor.
- Use high-quality chocolate for rich taste.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg